Bell Pepper | Ace
Ace Bell Pepper – Early, Reliable, and Highly Productive
The Ace Bell Pepper stands out as an extra-early, highly productive variety, delivering abundant yields of medium-sized, 3-4 lobed fruits. Known for its remarkable tolerance to blossom drop, nearly every flower on this plant sets fruit, ensuring a bountiful harvest. Ace is widely adapted but performs exceptionally well in cool climates, making it an ideal choice for gardeners who struggle to grow bell peppers in shorter seasons. Perfect for early crops and highly suitable for market pack sales, Ace Bell Pepper is a dependable favorite for any garden.
Why Grow Ace Bell Peppers?
Extra-early variety that sets fruit sooner than most bell peppers
High yield with nearly every flower producing a pepper
Medium-sized fruits with 3-4 lobes, perfect for stuffing, slicing, and roasting
Performs exceptionally well in cool climates and short growing seasons, perfect for our slow-starting PNW Summers!
Growing Information
Type: Sweet bell pepper, annual
Fruit Size: Medium-sized, 3-4 lobes
Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Days to Maturity: 50–65 days from transplant
Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
Soil Needs: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil with regular watering
Support Required: May benefit from light staking as plants become laden with fruit
Gardener’s Tips
Transplant outdoors after soil warms and night temperatures stay above 55°F
Water consistently to promote healthy fruit development and prevent blossom end rot
Harvest when peppers reach full size and desired color, typically green turning red
Perfect For:
If you have struggled to grow peppers in the past, try these!
Home cooks who enjoy fresh, crisp peppers for a variety of dishes
Gardeners wanting a dependable pepper variety with minimal blossom drop
The Ace Bell Pepper is a proven performer that ensures early, abundant harvests even in challenging climates. Grown with care at Arcadia Refuge Farm, this versatile bell pepper is perfect for your garden, kitchen, and market stand.
